Librarian

El Paso Community College; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

El Paso Community College seeks a professional librarian to deliver library instruction to students and College staff in varied learning settings including face-to-face, hybrid and online formats. The role includes collection development, creating research guides, and collaborating on instructional materials.

The position emphasizes technology integration, association with faculty, and ongoing professional growth within a security-sensitive academic environment.

Qualifications

• MLS/MLIS or equivalent from an ALA-accredited program.
• Professional librarian experience.
• Experience in a community college setting.
• Ability to incorporate technology into the library.
• Strong knowledge of LibGuides and Blackboard.

Responsibilities

• Provide classroom and individual instruction in library research skills in multiple settings (face-to-face, hybrid, online).
• Assist in selection of library materials through consultation with faculty, Deans, and staff.
• Develop and utilize library research guides and instructional aids for students, faculty and staff.
• Maintain records in area of responsibility as required by the College library.
• Post and maintain library duty and office hours as per guidelines.
• Solicit and collect evaluations of instruction and orientation from students.
• Contribute to governance via committees and meetings.
• Participate in faculty orientation and professional development activities.
• Maintain liaison with faculty and local institutions for information on services and resources.
• Lead in divisional and departmental responsibilities and project implementation.
• Attend scheduled library/division activities and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Library instruction

Reference skills

Instruction materials creation

Online/remote instruction

Education

Master's degree in Library Science (ALA-accredited)

18 graduate hours in Library Science

Tools

LibGuides

Blackboard

Job description

Responsibilities:

• Provide classroom and individual instruction in library research skills to students and College community in multiple learning settings: face-to-face, hybrid, online, or blended.
• Assist in the selection of library materials for the district through consultation with faculty members, Deans, and other College staff.
• Assist in the development and utilization of library research guides and supplemental instructional aids that will facilitate the use of library resources for students, faculty and other staff as determined by College needs.
• Maintain records in his/her area of responsibility as deemed necessary for the College library.
• Post and maintain library duty and office hours as per instructional guidelines.
• Post and maintain library duty and office hours as per instructional guidelines.
• Make provisions for students to evaluate instruction and/or orientation and submit evaluations to designated office.
• Contribute to the governance of the College through active service on committees and through participation in meetings.
• Participate in faculty orientation sessions and professional development seminars and activities to enhance professional development.
• Accept the responsibility for professional awareness and growth.
• Maintain liaison with other faculty to provide information on library services, materials and procedures.
• Maintain liaison with local institutions and organizations.
• Participate in all areas of divisional and departmental responsibility such as proposing programs, projects and exhibiting leadership in their implementation.
• Participate on committee in an effective, timely manner; work with other faculty to accomplish the goals of the department, division and College.
• Attend all scheduled library and division activities held during the academic year unless they conflict with a regularly scheduled teaching assignments or activity approved by the Dean.
• Perform all other duties appropriate to this position as assigned or directed.

Required Qualifications:

1. Master's Degree in Library and Information Science (MLIS), Master of Library Science Degree (MLS), Master of Arts and 18 graduate hours in Library Science, Master of Librarianship, Master of Library and Information Studies (MLIS), or Master of Science and 18 graduate hours in Library Science from an American Library Association (ALA) accredited program.
2. Experience as a professional librarian.
3. Experience/ability to perform as a professional librarian in a community college setting.
4. Experience/ability to incorporate technology into the library.
5. Strong working knowledge of LibGuides, and course management systems like Blackboard.
6. Effective library instruction and reference skills with demonstrated knowledge and use of academic electronic and print resources in both face-to-face and virtual settings.
7. Experience/ability in the creation of online instruction materials such as videos and tutorials.

Desired Qualifications:

1. Demonstrated experience providing access to electronic resources such as databases, e-books, and discovery systems.
2. Familiarity with Learning Management Systems (LMS), curriculum mapping, Universal Design for Learning (UDL), and active learning strategies.
3. Knowledge in understanding generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools, teaching students how AI systems function, and addressing academic integrity, bias, and responsible use.
4. Proven collaboration skills to improve workflows and user access to library resources.

Special Conditions:

1. This is a security-sensitive position as defined under the Texas Education Code, Section 51.215; the successful applicant will be required to undergo a criminal background check, as permitted and/or required by applicable law, and in accordance with the College’s policies and procedures.
2. ANTICIPATED FACULTY OPENING.
3. Tenure track position; annual academic year employment contract leading toward tenure consideration during fifth year of employment.
4. Must be available evenings and weekends.

NOTE: A copy of the transcript reflecting this required education MUST be submitted for consideration and reflect completed coursework and degrees conferred. The candidate must be fully qualified for the position at the time of application.

Copies of transcripts must reflect completed coursework and conferred degrees. All academic coursework and degrees must be from an accredited college or university or be certified by an acceptable agency that the institution is recognized by the appropriate governmental agency in its home country (this is generally stated in the degree evaluation).

Transcripts issued in a language other than English must be accompanied by a full translation (word for word) by a current member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES). Additionally, each foreign transcript must be evaluated for equivalency to United States accredited coursework.

Applications containing foreign transcripts that are not accompanied with the above required documentation will not be considered.

Out-of-town candidates invited for an on-campus interview will be reimbursed for one-half of the transportation cost for travel performed within the United States. The College will arrange and pay for up to two nights lodging.

In accordance with federal law and as a condition of employment, the successful candidate must furnish documentation verifying employment authorization eligibility and identity before being employed.

The El Paso Community College County District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, disability and veteran status.